: A sharp, massive escarpment that serves as the Eastern Continental Divide , separating the Mississippi River and Chesapeake Bay watersheds.
: Areas like Dolly Sods Wilderness feature high-altitude-esque plateaus with stunted trees, heath, and sphagnum bogs typically found in much more northerly latitudes. alleghenies
: A flat, well-maintained trail between Ohiopyle and Confluence that follows beautiful rapids and connects to the broader Allegheny Highlands Trail . : A sharp, massive escarpment that serves as
The range is defined by its dramatic topography and unique ecosystems: The range is defined by its dramatic topography
: An 17.6-mile trek through history featuring two dark, damp, and abandoned tunnels (Sideling Hill and Ray's Hill) left behind when the highway was rerouted.
The —often called the Alleghenies—form the rugged western-central portion of the Appalachian Mountains . Historically a formidable barrier to westward travel, they now serve as a premier destination for outdoor recreation, stretching approximately 300 to 400 miles from north-central Pennsylvania through western Maryland and eastern West Virginia. Geological and Natural Highlights
: A massive protected area in Pennsylvania offering thousands of miles for hiking, camping, and wildlife watching . Historical and Industrial Legacy